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Foss Beach
3.6★ · 15 Google ratings · Rye, New Hampshire
✓ Short walk
At a glance
Parking
Not mapped
Walk
60 ft · under a minute
Water
64°F
Tide
7 ft range today
Length
1.0 miles of shoreline
Sand
275 yd from the water to the back
Map of Foss Beach
Guide
Good to know
Good for scenic views and walks
The location offers excellent ocean views, views of the Isles of Shoals, and rocky exploration opportunities.
Visit at low tide only
The beach is rocky and largely inaccessible at high tide, so plan around tidal schedules before going.
Expect rocks and seaweed
This is a rocky shore with seaweed, not a sandy beach suitable for traditional sunbathing.
Arrive early on summer weekends
The small parking area fills quickly during peak season, making morning visits more reliable.
Conditions
How it is right now
Air
69°F · clear
Water
64°F
Waves
2.0 ft · 7 s apart
Wind
5 mph from the W
Shelter
Offshore · wind blowing off the land
UV index
7 peak today
| Time | Tide | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 05:33 | High tide | ↑ |
| 11:25 | Low tide | ↓ |
| 17:48 | High tide | ↑ |
Last updated Aug 20, 5:47 AM.
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Questions
Common questions
How far is the walk to the water at Foss Beach?
60 ft in a straight line from the listing to the mapped shoreline, under a minute. Soft sand and dune make the real walk longer than the straight line.
Does Foss Beach have restrooms?
No restrooms are mapped within 600 m on OpenStreetMap. That means nobody has mapped any, which is not the same as there being none.
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